Facilities Operations Assistant 1

Duties Description Under the supervision of a higher level maintenance/custodial position or the Superintendent/Manager, Facilities Operations Assistant 1 perform various custodial and facilities maintenance responsibilities. They often are assigned to tasks and/or provide assistance with activities typical of a variety of trade specialties such as in the areas of carpentry, mechanical, electrical, motor equipment or painting. Such tasks involve the use of the tools and equipment of a trade under very specific instructions. On occasion, incumbents may operate motor vehicles and power-driven equipment. The work may require light, medium and heavy physical effort in cleaning and caring for a building(s) and adjacent grounds area. The position may report to state and/or federal supervisory personnel. Incumbents of this position are considered essential personnel.The position performs responsibilities in accordance with DMNA and labor agreement policies and procedures, and where applicable, requirements and standards of the National Guard Bureau (NGB) - current and as amended. The position may report to state and/or federal supervisory personnel. Responsibilities may include but are not limited to the following:• Perform general grounds maintenance tasks such as clearing sites, mowing lawns, cutting brush and wood, trimming and removing trees and shrubs, maintaining roads and sidewalks, snow and ice removal, collection/pick-up of trash and other obstructions from the building and surrounding areas.• Perform general facilities maintenance such as cleaning common areas, offices and restrooms, painting and moving furniture.• Maintains automotive equipment and other machinery. • Will perform various maintenance duties to ensure the overall facility operations are maintained to meet health and safety standards.• When applicable, the individual will assist with maintenance requirements for the Nonmilitary Use Program.• Will have limited utilization of computers for basic record keeping such as timesheets, work orders, calendaring, data entry, etc.• Demonstrate reliability and trustworthiness.• Will complete and attend training as required.• Periodic overtime may be required • Periodic travel may be required to other facilities; to attend training; or other requirements related to duties as needed. • Performs other duties as assigned.JOB REQUIREMENTS• Working knowledge of safety standards and procedures.• Ability to use the tools, machines, equipment and materials of the trade or trades to which assigned in a safe, effective and efficient manner. • Ability to work comfortably at heights such as climbing ladders, working on scaffolds, platforms and lifts.• Ability to push, pull, lift and carry heavy objects and equipment (50+ lbs).• Ability to work in confined spaces in accordance with requirements.• Ability to work outside in various temperatures and inclement weather for extended periods of time.• Incumbents of this position are considered essential personnel.• Ability to operate a motor vehicle, other motorized equipment and a variety of light mechanized construction equipment.• Ability to work independently or with other individuals in a project/team setting in accordance with supervisory guidance and direction.• Ability to get along with and interact well with different groups of people, including co-workers, management, both Federal and State personnel and the public utilizing the facility.• Ability to perform routine repairs and maintenance on equipment and facility structures.• Basic computer skills and knowledge in the use of Microsoft programs (MS Word, Excel and Outlook). May be required to learn the Statewide Financial System (SFS) and other database systems.• Ability to read and write in English.• Demonstrate reliability and trustworthiness.• Good verbal and written communication skills.

Created: 2025-11-07